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Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC

The Caltar 65mm f/4.5 is a 65mm f/4.5 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC

Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC

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Lens Overview — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

The Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC is a large format, wide-angle prime lens designed for use with technical cameras via a lens board mount. With a fixed focal length of 65mm and a maximum aperture of f/4.5, this lens is built for photographers working in the large format discipline who demand precise manual control over their imagery. As a prime lens, it delivers a single, fixed perspective that encourages deliberate compositional choices — well suited to the methodical pace of large format shooting.

The lens is manual focus only, which aligns naturally with the workflows common to large format and technical camera systems, where ground glass focusing is standard practice. The "II-N MC" designation indicates this is a multicoated variant in the Caltar II-N line, with the MC coating intended to reduce flare and improve contrast rendering. With no image stabilization — as expected for a large format lens of this type — and a lens board mount compatible with technical cameras, this is a specialized tool aimed at professional and serious enthusiast photographers working with large format systems.

No filter thread size or weight data is available in the current product specifications.

Key Features — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

65mm Large Format Prime: A fixed 65mm focal length delivers a wide angle of view on large format systems, suited to landscapes, architecture, and expansive compositions.

f/4.5 Maximum Aperture: A relatively fast maximum aperture for a large format wide-angle lens, allowing more light on film during exposure.

Multicoated Optics: The MC designation indicates multi-layer coatings on the optical elements to reduce flare and improve contrast under challenging lighting conditions.

Lens Board Mount: Designed for use with technical cameras via a standard lens board, compatible with field and view camera systems that accept interchangeable boards.

Manual Focus Design: Fully manual focus operation is standard practice for large format systems, where focusing is performed on a ground glass before exposure.

Caltar II-N Lineage: The II-N designation places this lens in Caltar's professional large format line, which was manufactured by Rodenstock to Calumet's specifications.

Lens Specifications — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

Caltar 65mm f/4.5 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesArchitecture, Landscape, Product
Lens TypeWide-Angle
FormatLarge Format
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length65mm
Maximum Aperturef/4.5
Camera SystemMedium Format
Lens MountLens Board (Technical Camera)
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone

Description — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

The Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC is a large format, wide-angle prime lens built for technical cameras using a Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount. With a fixed 65mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4.5, it provides a consistent wide-angle perspective suited to the deliberate, measured pace of large format photography. The II-N MC designation identifies this as a multicoated variant of the Caltar II-N series, with coatings designed to reduce flare and enhance contrast in the final image.

Focusing is entirely manual, which is standard practice in large format workflows where ground glass focusing is the norm. There is no image stabilization, consistent with how these lenses are typically used — mounted on a stable platform with careful, controlled technique. This is a specialized lens for photographers committed to the large format process, offering a fixed focal length perspective through a mount system specific to technical cameras.

Pros — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

  • ✓Wide-angle 65mm focal length well suited to expansive compositions on large format systems
  • ✓Fast maximum aperture of f/4.5 for a large format wide-angle prime
  • ✓Multicoated (MC) optical design aimed at reducing flare and improving contrast

Cons — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability
  • ✗No image stabilization, though this is standard for the large format category
  • ✗Filter thread size not specified, making accessory compatibility unclear

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Frequently Asked Questions — Caltar 65mm f/4.5

What camera systems is this lens compatible with?+
The Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC uses a Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount. It is designed for use with technical cameras that accept lens boards. Buyers should verify lens board compatibility with their specific technical camera body before purchasing.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. This lens is manual focus only. This is consistent with the large format and technical camera workflow, where focusing is typically performed using a ground glass viewing system.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is f/4.5. This is the widest setting available on this prime lens.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, the Caltar 65mm f/4.5 II-N MC has no image stabilization. This is standard for large format lenses, which are typically used on tripods with precise, deliberate shooting setups.
What does the 'MC' designation mean on this lens?+
MC stands for multicoated, indicating that the lens optics feature a multi-layer coating treatment. This is designed to reduce lens flare and improve contrast, particularly in challenging lighting conditions.
What filter thread size does this lens accept?+
The filter thread size is not specified in the available product data. Prospective buyers should contact the seller or consult Caltar documentation to confirm filter thread compatibility before purchasing filters or accessories.